What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT position at Harborview at Lansdale?
The physical therapy assistant position will provide direct patient care and support activities which build and maintain independence to residents at Harborview Lansdale Rehab and Care. Duties are as follows :
- Provide comprehensive, appropriate resident treatment in accordance with resident's individual treatment plan as stipulated by supervising Physical Therapist.
- Meets the resident's goals and needs and provides quality care, using necessary supplies and adaptive equipment for residents to facilitate independence.
- Communicates with supervisor and interdisciplinary team members regarding resident progress, problems and treatment plans.
- Document resident care by charting inpatient and department records according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines.
- Maintains safe and clean working environments by complying with treatment location and department procedures, rules and regulations.
- Using proper body mechanics during resident treatment. Must be able to lift and transfer residents to and from all surfaces.
- Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, grasp, push / pull and have fine motor manipulation.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
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